Shedeur Sanders recently grabbed attention with his reaction to Tom Brady’s latest business move, sparking speculation about his potential NFL future. The Colorado Buffaloes star quarterback, widely considered a top prospect for the 2025 NFL Draft, responded to Brady’s announcement of his minority ownership stake in the Las Vegas Raiders, a move that could hint at a future connection between Sanders and the Raiders.
Brady revealed on Monday that he had officially secured a five percent ownership stake in the Raiders, a development that sent ripples across the sports world. Brady, a seven-time Super Bowl champion and current Fox NFL analyst, shared the news in a social media post that has garnered over 420,000 likes.
Among the many notable names engaging with the post was Shedeur Sanders, who “liked” it, prompting fans and analysts to speculate about the significance of the gesture.
The connection between Sanders and Brady goes beyond social media. The two have a longstanding relationship dating back to 2020, when they began training together. This bond could play a pivotal role as Sanders looks toward the NFL.
Currently, the Buffaloes’ quarterback is having an impressive college season, with 17 touchdowns and just four interceptions, positioning himself as one of the top prospects for the upcoming draft.
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Given Brady’s new role with the Raiders, many are wondering if his influence could extend to the team’s quarterback decisions. With the Raiders’ current quarterback situation in flux, it’s possible that Brady could advocate for Sanders as a potential fit for the team’s future. Brady’s input may carry weight, particularly as the franchise looks to rebuild after an inconsistent start to the season.
Sanders’ link to Brady also extends into the business realm. He was the first college athlete to sign a name, image, and likeness (NIL) deal with TB12, Brady’s wellness brand, further deepening their relationship. This connection could play a role in the Raiders’ potential interest in Sanders as they evaluate options for their next franchise quarterback.
The Raiders’ current season has been marked by struggles, with a 2-4 record and inconsistent performances from quarterbacks Gardner Minshew and Aiden O’Connell. As the team faces an uncertain future, including potential changes in coaching, Sanders could be an appealing option for a franchise looking to stabilize its offense.
Head coach Antonio Pierce’s job is reportedly not secure, and rumors have circulated that Brady might push for his former coach, Bill Belichick, to take over in Las Vegas.
Radio host Kirk Minihane added fuel to this speculation on Barstool’s The Kirk Minihane Show, stating, “People have told me that [Tom] Brady’s first move is to ask Bill Belichick if he’s interested in being coach of the Las Vegas Raiders.” Belichick, who coached Brady to six Super Bowl titles with the New England Patriots, parted ways with the team in January and has since taken on various roles, including a position as an analyst with ESPN.
Brady’s approval as a minority owner of the Raiders comes after more than a year of waiting for the necessary clearances. In addition to his ownership stake, Brady is also in the first year of his 10-year, $375 million contract with Fox as the network’s lead NFL analyst. However, due to his ownership position, Brady now faces restrictions in his broadcasting role. These limitations prevent him from accessing certain team facilities, practices, and broadcast production meetings to avoid any conflicts of interest.
As Brady navigates his new role with the Raiders and his broadcasting career, the possibility of his influence extending to the draft—and potentially steering Shedeur Sanders toward Las Vegas—remains an intriguing prospect.
With the Raiders likely heading into a period of transition, Sanders could be an ideal choice to help lead the franchise into a new era, especially with a familiar mentor like Brady potentially guiding the process.
While it’s too early to say where Sanders will land in the 2025 NFL Draft, his connection to Brady and his reaction to the Raiders’ ownership news have certainly set the stage for further speculation.
Whether or not Sanders ends up donning the silver and black, his relationship with one of football’s greatest players could play a pivotal role in shaping his NFL career.
